Even with all the new hand and power tools on the market, nothing can replace the dependability of the simple putty knife for everyday DIY tasks. Until now, you had to choose between carbon steel ...

Chef Seamus Mullen of Boqueria in NYC learned to use a 2"-wide putty knife instead of a spatula in Spain, saying the thinner blade is better for lifting delicate foods like fish.

A SKATEBOARDER was waylaid by a youth armed with a putty knife in the playground of Spennells Valley School, Kidderminster, Worcester Crown Court… ...

The 3-inch putty knife in the Gorilla kit is also a nice touch. For this task, the wider the knife, the better. If you have a 6-inch knife at your disposal, use that, or purchase one.

New Mac mini goes under the putty knife. MacUser By Dan Moren, MAR 4, 2009 12:28 am PST.